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Horsemastership Program

Need a fun project involving horses? The AMHAY Horsemastership Program is designed to help you become a competent horseperson. The five successive levels of testing are designed to increase knowledge of the Morgan breed and general horsemanship while receiving recognition for hard work. ... MORE
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Breed Show Class and Division Primer

Thinking of venturing into hunter or dressage classes at breed-specific shows? Check out the classes and divisions offered at Arabian, Paint and American Quarter Horse competitions, from Practical Horseman magazine. ... MORE
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Book Review: The Sweet Running Filly

First published in 1971, The Sweet Running Filly rings true, right down to the skillful country voice of the narration and dialogue and the rollicking, quick-moving story line. Any horse-crazy girl will identify with Julie, a young girl venturing into the world of racing. ... MORE
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The USA Equestrian Trust

USA Equestrian Trust is a New York Not-for-Profit Corporation whose mission is to assist in preserving and/or enhancing the quality of equestrian sport in the United States of America. ... MORE

World Champion Steer Wrestler Graves Sidelined for 3-6 Months with Arm Injury

March 2010--Two-time and reigning World Champion Steer Wrestler Lee Graves underwent surgery March 23 to repair a torn bicep tendon in his left arm, and he is expected to be sidelined for 3-6 months. ... MORE
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Back Country Horsemen of America Embraces Youth

Back Country Horsemen of America recognizes that youth are the future of our country. They know the great physical, emotional, and mental benefits they get from enjoying their horses and mules in the back country; and they want to share those joys with children. ... MORE

Molly, a Rare Equine Amputee, to Visit Horse Park April 17

April 1, 2010--Successful amputations and prosthetic legs for horses are extremely rare and there were obstacles to overcome, but Molly has adapted well to her new limb and now she visits anyone who could use her quiet wisdom and inspiration. ... MORE
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Decker, Kim

Based on her recent achievements in para dressage Kim was on the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games U.S. team. She and Dashers Destiny have two para-equestrian national championships and would love to add a world title as well. ... MORE
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Grounds Pass Ticket Sales Set for 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games

April 1, 2010--Grounds Pass tickets for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games will go on sale Friday, April 16 at 10AM. The offering will Include Free Child’s Ticket; Host of Venue Activities. ... MORE

2010 DiscoverHorses.com Biltmore Sweepstakes Official Rules

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For Kids: Learn How to Take Horse Pictures

With all the new-fangled ways to take pictures, some folks have begun to take photos for granted. But not AQHA mascot Two Bits. He likes to do it the old-fashioned way, not with a cellphone! ... MORE
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The Doc Bar Heritage

Doc O'Lena was a small horse, but according to trainer Shorty Freeman, you can’t measure the size of a horse’s heart in hands. Unquestionably, Doc Bar was more than just another pretty horse. His conformation, passed on to his offspring, allowed them to be the performers they were and are. To view the Doc Bar future, let’s take a look at Doc O’Lena, one of his foals. ... MORE
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American Endurance Ride Conference Names Hall of Fame, Pard’ners Winners

March 30, 2010--Amid the hoopla of its annual convention last month in Reno, Nev., the American Endurance Ride Conference’s (AERC) Dave Rabe was inducted into the nonprofit organization’s Hall of Fame, along with Tulip, the ultra-long distance half-Arabian gelding owned by Dr. Les Carr. ... MORE
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High Roller Reining Classic To Benefit Equestrian Aid Foundation

March 31, 2010--This fall, September 12-18, 800 top national and international horses and 2,000 riders will compete in this NRHA “AA” rated event, with over $150,000 in added money and prizes. ... MORE
American Endurance Ride Conference Names Hall of Fame, Pard'ners Winners

American Endurance Ride Conference Names Hall of Fame, Pard’ners Winners

March 30, 2010--Amid the hoopla of its annual convention last month in Reno, Nev., the American Endurance Ride Conference’s (AERC) Dave Rabe was inducted into the nonprofit organization’s Hall of Fame, along with Tulip, the ultra-long distance half-Arabian gelding owned by Dr. Les Carr. ... MORE
American Endurance Ride Conference Names Hall of Fame, Pard’ners Winners

American Endurance Ride Conference Names Hall of Fame, Pard’ners Winners

March 30, 2010--The American Endurance Ride Conference’s Dave Rabe was inducted into the AERC's Hall of Fame along with Tulip, the half-Arabian gelding owned by Dr. Les Carr. ... MORE
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STEP Lightly: Let’s Team Up to Protect the Trails You and Your Horse Love

AQHA believes that taking an active role in land preservation is part of their responsibility as horse enthusiasts.So they are thrilled to have Tractor Supply Co. as the sponsor of their trail conservation program, STEP: Stewards for Trails, Education and Partnerships. ... MORE
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Chester Weber Wins Eighth Consecutive Four-in-Hand National Championship

March 30, 2010--Weber has had a lock on the National title for the better part of a decade. He is also the reigning Individual Silver medalist from the 2008 FEI World Driving Championship and now has his focus firmly set on the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG). ... MORE
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Study Estimates $167 million in Economic Impact to Kentucky from Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games

Kentucky could realize a $167 million economic benefit from the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, a significant increase from early projections of $150 million, organizers said. ... MORE
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Moorlands Totilas and Edward Gal, 2010 FEI World Cup Champions

March 29, 2010--Edward Gal did photographers several favors for the World Cup Final. He first wore his buff-gray coat, which shows up beautifully against the black stallion and he rode a winning horse that contrasted so beautifully with the bright red trophy cooler presented by the FEI World Cup and sponsor Ricoh. ... MORE

Townend Enters Carousel Quest in Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event

March 28, 2010--British eventer Oliver Townend has entered Carousel Quest, his Burghley Horse Trials winner, in the 2010 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event as he tries for the Rolex Grand Slam. ... MORE
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Kentucky Equine Humane Center Horse of the Week

January 17, 2010 -- Sugah is currently working on her ground manners and prefers to be ridden rather than groomed. She gets along well with other mares. She was in training for racing before coming to KyEHC. Sugah is sound for any discipline. Thoroughbred • Filly • 3-Year-Old • 15 hh ... MORE
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Two Are Named Top Professional Trainers During AQHA Annual Convention

March 23, 2010--During the AQHA Annual Convention in Kissimmee, Florida, two professionals were chosen as the best by their peers. Dianne Eppers of Grayslake, Illinois, was named the Professional’s Choice Professional Horsewoman of the Year. Jeffrey Pait of Sparta, New Jersey, was named Professional’s Choice Professional Horseman of the Year. ... MORE

Alltech Celebrates Six Months to the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2010â„¢

March 26, 2010--In six months, the world’s finest equine athletes will gallop into Kentucky’s Bluegrass region for the most prestigious, global equestrian championships – the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. The Alltech FEI Games will take place in Lexington, Ky.,  from September 25th – October 10th. Like the Olympics, the World Equestrian Games are held every four years and are the world championships for the eight equestrian disciplines recognized by the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI). ... MORE
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Equestrian Educational Opportunities

Want to get expert training through equine studies at the collegiate level? Check out this list on our sister site, EquiSearch.com, of 70 schools, colleges and universities that offer educational opportunities tailored to your equestrian interests. ... MORE

Dressage Rider Coloring Page

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Alltech Celebrates Six Months to the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2010

Alltech Celebrates Six Months to the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2010

March 26, 2010--In six months, the world’s finest equine athletes will gallop into Kentucky’s Bluegrass region for the most prestigious, global equestrian championships – the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. The Alltech FEI Games will take place in Lexington, Ky.,  from September 25th – October 10th. Like the Olympics, the World Equestrian Games are held every four years and are the world championships for the eight equestrian disciplines recognized by the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI). ... MORE
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Alltech Celebrates Six Months to the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2010™

March 26, 2010--The Alltech FEI Games will take place in Lexington, Ky., from September 25th – October 10th. Like the Olympics, the World Equestrian Games are held every four years and are the world championships for the eight equestrian disciplines recognized by the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI). ... MORE
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Realizing Dreams

With the support of the Youth World Show Assistance Fund, AQHYA members are able to see their dreams become a reality.In the past four years, With the assistance of this program, 240 have received financial support enabling them to travel, attend and compete in the Built Ford Tough Youth World Championship Show. ... MORE
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The Black Stallion Show

March 23, 2010--The world famous Arabian Nights from Kissimmee, Florida, will bring The Black Stallion Show to the Kentucky Horse Park for a one time only performance on May 11, 2010. ... MORE

Mocha Joe – Kentucky Equine Humane Center Horse of the Week

March 21, 2010--Mocha Joe gets along with both mares and geldings. He is also easy to groom and stands nicely for the farrier. Mocha Joe is full of potential to be a nice horse for any discipline. He's a Tennessee Walking Horse, gelding, 5 years old, 14 hands. ... MORE

Going to WEG? Check Out These Tips

March 21, 2010--Compiled by the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, this list of tips will help you plan your time at the Kentucky Horse Park. Each of the eight equestrian disciplines will have competitions on multiple days, so there are difficult choices to make. ... MORE
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NRHA’s 2010 Schedule of Reining Clinics

Check out the schedule of 2010 regional reining clinics--and a cool video--from the National Reining Horse Association. The clinics are open to all ages and benefit the NRHYA youth programs. ... MORE
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Video: Spain Beach Ride with Equitrekking

Darley Newman from Equitrekking.com travels to southern Spain to ride the beach at Donana, the country's largest national park. ... MORE
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Video: Equitrekking Ride for the Cure

Darley Newman from Equitrekking.com goes to Fox Chase Farm in Middleburg, VA to participate in the Ride for the Cure, a fundraiser for the Susan G. Komen Foundation for breast cancer awareness. ... MORE
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World Equestrian Games Pick 8 Contest

Play the WEG Pick 8 Game! The U.S. Equestrian Federation's World Equestrian Games Pick 8 challenges you to predict the winners of any or all of the eight world championships being contested this fall at the Kentucky Horse Park. You could win authentic U.S. team apparel and gear valued at $450. ... MORE
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What is ELCR?

The Equine Land Conservation Resource's mission is to advance the conservation of land for horse-related activity. ... MORE
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What is ELCR, the Equine Land Conservation Resource?

Where will you ride, drive, compete, race, raise foals, and grow hay in the future? The Equine Land Conservation Resource addresses issues faced by all horse owners, regardless of size, breed, and discipline. ... MORE
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HORSETAILSâ„¢ 2010 Connects Music & the Horse

March 19, 2010--Horsetailsâ„¢2010 is a project created by the Lexington Philharmonic celebrating the unique relationship between the horse and music. Many people are unaware that the bows used for stringed instruments are made from the hair of horse tails. Simply put, orchestral music would not exist without the horse. Horsetailsâ„¢ 2010 combines visual art and artists, musical instruments and tail hair from famous horses to produce world-class works of art. ... MORE
HORSETAILS 2010 Connects Music & the Horse

HORSETAILS 2010 Connects Music & the Horse

March 19, 2010--Horsetails™2010 is a project created by the Lexington Philharmonic celebrating the unique relationship between the horse and music. Many people are unaware that the bows used for stringed instruments are made from the hair of horse tails. Simply put, orchestral music would not exist without the horse. Horsetails™ 2010 combines visual art and artists, musical instruments and tail hair from famous horses to produce world-class works of art. ... MORE
HORSETAILS™ 2010 Connects Music & the Horse

HORSETAILS™ 2010 Connects Music & the Horse

March 19, 2010--Horsetails 2010 combines visual art and artists, musical instruments and tail hair from famous horses to produce world-class works of art. ... MORE
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Paint Stallion Gunner Surpasses $2 Million Siring Mark

March 2010--Colonels Smokingun ("Gunner") has been named the eighth National Reining Horse Association Two Million Dollar Sire. Colonels Smokingun aka “Gunner” is the first registered American Paint Horse to join the exclusive list of NRHA Two Million Dollar Sires. ... MORE
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Konyot, Tina

The pair placed 2nd on the nominated dressage list for the 2012 London Olympics. In July they were named to the U.S. Olympic Dressage team. ... MORE
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Kentucky Spring Horse Shows to Kick-Off Hagyard Challenge Series

March 15, 2010--The Hagyard Equine Medical Institute will be the proud sponsor of the Hagyard Challenge Series. The 2010 Hagyard Challenge Series consists of five grand prix show jumping competitions at the world-class horse park. These classes start in May at the Kentucky Spring Horse Shows and conclude in August at the Bluegrass Festival Horse Show. ... MORE
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Nancy Swarm — My Life as a Judge

Nancy Swarm says, "I became a judge because I think I have a vast store of knowledge, and I wanted to give back and share with the industry. Becoming a judge also gave me a different perspective, which has been very helpful to my showing strategy and successes." ... MORE
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KY Horse Park Arabian Art Exhibit Opens May 29

The largest and most comprehensive collection of exotic Near Eastern and Arabian equine art and artifacts ever assembled will be on view May 29-October 15, 2010, during "A Gift from the Desert: The Art, History and Culture of the Arabian Horse" at the Kentucky Horse Park. ... MORE

Grand Opening of New Showplace for Saddlebreds at Kentucky Horse Park

March 16, 2010--On Friday evening, April 9, from 6:30–9:00 pm, the American Saddlebred Museum is celebrating the Grand Opening of its newly expanded and completely renovated Showplace for Saddlebreds at the Kentucky Horse Park.. ... MORE
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Bay Boy – Kentucky Equine Humane Center Horse of the Week

March 15, 2010--Bay Boy is a very laid back and gentle gelding. He was adopted from KyEHC but has been returned because his adopter could no longer keep him. Bay Boy is ready for a loving home with someone who enjoys trail riding on a nice, big gelding. ... MORE
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Equine Adoption Fair Returns

March 14, 2010--The adoption fair will feature adoptable horses from several Kentucky-based equine rescue organizations, in an effort to assist these organizations in finding good homes for their rescued horses. ... MORE
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Rehabbing the Neglected Horse

A 2009 Unwanted Horse Survey found that the problem of unwanted horses is not only perceived to be increasing significantly, but its detrimental effects are also being noticed and felt across the country. Whatever its causes, how the horse community deals with these horses promises to be a challenge in the future. ... MORE
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